Electrical Technology
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Electrical Technology is designed to provide students with a broadened educational background and leadership skills in electrical technology. This expertise will allow employment within the industry in the areas of management, sales, field service, business ownership or instruction. Students are admitted to the AAS in Electrical Technology only through the Electric League of Arizona.
Details
Field of Interest
Applied Technology
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Electrical Technology (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3767
Total credits required
62-69
Effective Term
Fall 2022
Admissions criteria
Formal application and admission to the program by the Electric League of Arizona and a high school diploma, GED, or 6 months electrical industry or related experience.
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Solve mathematical and algebraic problems using equations and formulas. (ELC103)
- Define and describe principles, concepts, and devices related to electronics and solid state technology. (ELC119, ELC120)
- Interpret blueprints specific to residential, industrial, and commercial wiring and the uniform electrical codes. (ELC123, ELC124, ELC125)
- Describe and analyze the design and operation of specific, programmed control systems. (ELC144)
- Describe National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements for hazardous locations and inspection practices. (ELC160, ELC161)
- Interpret electrical code requirements for grounding and bonding. (ELC164)
- Explain the principles and operation of alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) motors, generators, and alternators. (ELC210)
- Perform electrical maintenance and service on contacts and starters, control devices, reversing circuits and power distribution systems. (ELC217)
- Describe principles and operations of frequency controlled AC motor drives and perform electrical maintenance and service on current source inverters (CSI), variable voltage inverters (VVI) and pulse width modulated inverters (PWM). (ELC218)
- Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field. (FYE101, FYE103)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 0 | |
| None | ||
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 40-42 | |
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR | |
| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) | 1-3 |
| Residential Wiring | 15 | |
| ELC103 | Electrical/Mechanical Calculations | 3 |
| ELC119 | Concepts of Electricity and Electronics | 3 |
| ELC123 | Residential Electrical Wiring and Codes | 3 |
| ELC160 | Applied Electrical Codes I | 3 |
| ELC164 | Grounding and Bonding | 3 |
| Commercial Wiring | 12 | |
| ELC120 | Solid State Fundamentals | 3 |
| ELC125 | Commercial Electrical Wiring and Codes | 3 |
| ELC161 | Applied Electrical Codes II | 3 |
| ELC217 | Motor Controls | 3 |
| Industrial Wiring | 12 | |
| ELC124 | Industrial Electrical Wiring and Codes | 3 |
| ELC144 | Basic Automated Systems Using Programmable Controllers | 3 |
| ELC210 | AC Machinery and DC Machinery | 3 |
| ELC218 | Variable Frequency Drives | 3 |
| General Education Requirement | Credits: 22-27 | |
| General Education Core | Credits: 12-17 | |
| First-Year Composition | Credits: 6 | |
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND | |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) OR | |
| ENG111 | Technical and Professional Writing (3) | 6 |
| Oral Communication | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Oral Communication area except COM225 Public Speaking. | ||
| Critical Reading | Credits: 0-3 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR | |
| Equivalent as indicated by assessment | 0-3 | |
| Mathematics | Credits: 3-5 | |
| MAT120 | Intermediate Algebra (5) OR | |
| MAT121 | Intermediate Algebra (4) OR | |
| MAT122 | Intermediate Algebra (3) OR | |
| equivalent course or satisfactory completion of a higher level mathematics course | 3-5 | |
| General Education Distribution | Credits: 10 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Humanities, Arts and Design area. | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Social-Behavioral Sciences area. | 3 | |
| Natural Sciences | Credits: 4 | |
| CHM130 | Fundamental Chemistry (3) AND | |
| CHM130LL | Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory (1) | 4 |
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